Re: OBD Scare

From: Justin Bouillet (justin@energy-ex.com)
Date: Thu May 09 1996 - 11:10:36 EDT


Rader wrote:
>
> P.S. That $200 interface out of the JC Whitney catalog (don't remember the
> name) is a step in the right direction, but as a 'one size fits all'
> solution is far too limited in functionality. I'm willing to buy multiple
> testers for multiple automobiles IFF they provide most of the functionality
> of the factory testers.

Why not just a parallel port interface and some software so you can
wire-up your laptop to the OBD. I think using a PC with the right
software would allow a DIYer to not only locate a problem, but keep a
database of all the routine maintenance and problems. I also think it
would me more cost effective with this solution as opposed to buying
multiple testers for certain tasks.

I like the idea myself. I don't know what an authorized dealer or CC
would think though.

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